End the Winter with a Little Baby Crochet

Like many states in the United States, we are just coming
out of a late winter snow storm. Ice and slush coat the roads, and I want to
huddle up next to the fire with a warm afghan (crocheted of course) and my next
crochet project—a cotton crochet blanket. Yes, it is 25 degrees Fahrenheit
outside, and I am crocheting with spring-weight cotton. But it is time to start
on baby gifts for an upcoming group of little ones set to make their
appearances beginning in April. Here are a few great gift ideas for springtime
babies, and they are all in Robyn Chachula's Baby Blueprint Crochet: Irresistible Projects for Little Ones.

The Popsicle Boots are perfect for a girl or boy, can be
made in sizes to fit newborn to 24 months, and are simple enough to make
quickly but innovative enough to keep you intrigued. Unlike most crochet
booties, these colorful boots are built on a faux leather sole that provides
additional structure and grip for little walkers.

Robot Burt is the perfect retro amigurumi! He is also
perfect for any baby. His arms and legs are perfect for grabbing, and his soft
body is ideal for cuddling with. Dive into your stash of yarn; this little guy
is a great stash buster. Originally worked in worsted weight acrylic and
standing nine inches tall, you can easily substitute a lighter or heavier
weight yarn for a tiny robot or a giant robot. That is part of the fun of
amigurumi.

The Kyla Mod Stroller Blanket is another great stash buster.
This lacy crochet baby blanket is comprised of twenty-three blocks in three
stitch patterns. The original patterns calls for five colors, but go ahead and
have fun with your own color scheme. Because this dainty blanket is worked in
lacy blocks, it works up quickly and is perfect for the warmer months of
summer.

Robyn Chachula is the author of Blueprint Crochet and Mission Falls Goes Crochet. She has been published in a number of magazines, including Interweave Crochet and Crochet Today! She has appeared on Knit and Crochet Today and as a guest on Knitting Daily TV. Robyns patterns have appeared in books, including Interweave Presents Crochet Gifts, Sensual Crochet, Not Your Mammas Crochet, Catwalk Crochet, Vogue on the Go: Crocheted Shawls, Crochet Me, and Stitch & Bitch: Men. She has also designed for yarn companies, including JCA Crafts, SWTC, Mission Falls, and Artful Yarns.

"It's the accessories that really sway me into thinking this book would be a worthwhile investment for prolific crocheters. There are several creative accessories patterns that I could see making many times over, possibly even several times for each new arrival." About.com Guide to Crochet

Modern, Cheery, Useful Designs. Annies Attic

I love the designs...this a great teaching book for a beginner or an advanced crocheter. I love how the charts and schematics are done in such a clear way that you have no difficulty using them. The photography is incredible. At First Glance: Review of Knitting

We've all seen thousands of baby wearables, cute as can be, but Robyn has a very original approach. - Crochet Insider

Her style is modern and wearable and her designs make knitters do a double take. Linda Permann, author, Crochet Adorned

She's a pro at construction and fit (after all, she's also a structural engineer, so her brain just works that way). Robyn really puts a lot of thought into how to engineer a design, how to select a yarn that will really make your work pay off and how to make crochet look modern and stylish - so you know you will never be disappointed when making one of her patterns. Brett Bara, host, Knit & Crochet Today

the most wonderful baby book for crochet that Ive read. As usual with Robyn (and Interweave Press), the how-to section and illustrations are magnificent. Even a new crocheter could make many of these great designs and theyd grow into a more experienced and adventurous crocheter. Annie Modesitt, author, Romantic Hand Knits

Robyn is a huge crochet talent and her eye for all things baby make this book a complete treat. For you new crocheters Robyn is a genius and experienced teacher. She is known for breaking down instructions clearly and for visual crochet, which is the use of charts. Robyns instructional section in the book is like none other. Susan B. Anderson, author, Spud and Chloe at the Farm and Itty-Bitty Toys

It is simply ADORABLE, Kristin Omdahl, author, Crochet So Fine and Wrapped in Crochet

"Irresistible, Darling, & Super Cute are what I would describe when surfing through this fabulous book. - Michael Sellick, The Crochet Crowd

Baby Blueprint Crochet, Irresistible Projects for Little Ones; by Robin Chachula; a collection of 19 soft and sweet projects for babies and toddlers. This explores several crochet techniques, including colorwork, crochet applique, sculptural crochet, Tunisian and combining stitches. Designs are for both boys and girls, no fussy fibers or embellishments, but still fun and original. Quick and Easy Crochet Magazine

Visual crocheter Robyn Chachula is back and now in an easy-to-download eBook! Baby Blueprint Crochet brings the fundamentals of reading crochet stitch diagrams to a wide assortment of kid-friendly projects.

Visual crocheter Robyn Chachula is back and now in an easy-to-download eBook! Baby Blueprint Crochet brings the fundamentals of reading crochet stitch diagrams to a wide assortment of kid-friendly projects.

IntroductionSymbol crochetColorwork crochetWorking in the roundSculptural crochetBaby crochetCrochet symbol keyHow to use this book

Robyn Chachula is the author of Blueprint Crochet and Mission Falls Goes Crochet. She has been published in a number of magazines, including Interweave Crochet and Crochet Today! She has appeared on Knit and Crochet Today and as a guest on Knitting Daily TV. Robyns patterns have appeared in books, including Interweave Presents Crochet Gifts, Sensual Crochet, Not Your Mammas Crochet, Catwalk Crochet, Vogue on the Go: Crocheted Shawls, Crochet Me, and Stitch & Bitch: Men. She has also designed for yarn companies, including JCA Crafts, SWTC, Mission Falls, and Artful Yarns.

"It's the accessories that really sway me into thinking this book would be a worthwhile investment for prolific crocheters. There are several creative accessories patterns that I could see making many times over, possibly even several times for each new arrival." About.com Guide to Crochet

Modern, Cheery, Useful Designs. Annies Attic

I love the designs...this a great teaching book for a beginner or an advanced crocheter. I love how the charts and schematics are done in such a clear way that you have no difficulty using them. The photography is incredible. At First Glance: Review of Knitting

We've all seen thousands of baby wearables, cute as can be, but Robyn has a very original approach. - Crochet Insider

Her style is modern and wearable, and her designs make knitters do a double take. Linda Permann, author, Crochet Adorned

She's a pro at construction and fit (after all, she's also a structural engineer, so her brain just works that way). Robyn really puts a lot of thought into how to engineer a design, how to select a yarn that will really make your work pay off and how to make crochet look modern and stylish - so you know you will never be disappointed when making one of her patterns. Brett Bara, host, Knit & Crochet Today

the most wonderful baby book for crochet that Ive read. As usual with Robyn (and Interweave Press), the how-to section and illustrations are magnificent. Even a new crocheter could make many of these great designs and theyd grow into a more experienced and adventurous crocheter. Annie Modesitt, author, Romantic Hand Knits

Robyn is a huge crochet talent and her eye for all things baby make this book a complete treat. For you new crocheters Robyn is a genius and experienced teacher. She is known for breaking down instructions clearly and for visual crochet, which is the use of charts. Robyns instructional section in the book is like none other. Susan B. Anderson, author, Spud and Chloe at the Farm and Itty-Bitty Toys

It is simply ADORABLE, Kristin Omdahl, author, Crochet So Fine and Wrapped in Crochet

"Irresistible, Darling, & Super Cute are what I would describe when surfing through this fabulous book. - Michael Sellick, The Crochet Crowd

Baby Blueprint Crochet, Irresistible Projects for Little Ones; by Robin Chachula; a collection of 19 soft and sweet projects for babies and toddlers. This explores several crochet techniques, including colorwork, crochet applique, sculptural crochet, Tunisian and combining stitches. Designs are for both boys and girls, no fussy fibers or embellishments, but still fun and original. Quick and Easy Crochet Magazine